Arcady Cruise sells itself under "Halong Bay", and that is accurate: on the standard 2-day, 1-night programme the ship visits Luon cave, Ti Top island and Sung Sot cave, all in Ha Long Bay, and has no stop in Lan Ha. Some platform titles add "Lan Ha" anyway. If Lan Ha is why you are going, Arcady works only as the 3-day, 2-night trip; otherwise a ship that anchors in Lan Ha is the better buy.
Our scores
- Route (for Lan Ha)
- 2/52D1N has no Lan Ha stop; 3D2N reaches it by day boat
- Cabins
- 4/524 cabins, 25–50 m², family connecting option
- Value
- 3/5From $148 on Klook; card payments add 3.5%
- Transparency
- 3/5Official itinerary is clear; some platform titles say "Lan Ha"
- Booking flexibility
- 3/5Platform terms vary; promo rates non-refundable direct
Pros
- Clear official itineraries and inclusions (fees, kayak or bamboo boat, cooking class)
- Family Connecting cabin of 50 m² with two balconies
- Large sundeck of about 200 m² and an on-board spa
- 3D2N combines Ha Long's best-known caves with a day in Lan Ha
Cons
- 2D1N stays in Ha Long Bay: no Lan Ha sights at all
- No pool
- Card fee of 3.5% and non-refundable promo rates when booking direct
- Outside food and drink charged at 50% of the public price
The ship and cabins
Arcady Boutique Cruise has 24 cabins over two floors, with the restaurant on the third deck and a sundeck of about 200 m² on top. The first floor holds 10 Deluxe cabins, 2 Family Connecting and 2 Triples; the second has 6 Junior Suites, 3 Suites with jacuzzi and the Presidential cabin.
| Cabin | Size | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Balcony | 25 m² | Balcony |
| Junior Suite | 25 m² | Second floor |
| King Suite | 35 m² | Jacuzzi |
| Triple Bay View | 35 m² | No balcony listed |
| Presidential | 40 m² | Balcony and terrace, jacuzzi |
| Family Connecting | 50 m² | Two cabins, two balconies |
There is a spa but no pool. Launch year and hull material are not published; ask the operator if a steel hull matters to you. The same Hanoi-based operator also runs the Arcady Premium and Halong Asiana day boats.
The route: Ha Long or Lan Ha?
This is the key point of this review. The official 2D1N goes to Luon cave (by kayak or bamboo boat), Ti Top island for the beach or the summit, and Sung Sot cave on Day 2. All three are on the Ha Long side, in Quang Ninh. It does not cross into Lan Ha.
The 3D2N keeps that programme for Days 1 and 3 and spends Day 2 on a smaller day boat in Lan Ha: a kayak stop in the "Virgin Cave" and "Roster" area, lunch on board, a cave visit and a swim at Ba Trai Dao ("Three Peaches") beach. Ba Trai Dao is often a swim stop when access, tide and weather allow; its access status is disputed. And kayaking in the Cat Ba bays, Lan Ha included, has been under an official suspension since late 2024, so ask what replaces it (VnExpress report).
- 1Tuan Chau International MarinaPierDirections ↗
- 2Luon caveCaveDirections ↗
- 3Ti Top islandBeachDirections ↗
- 4Sung Sot caveCaveDirections ↗
- 5Ba Trai Dao beachBeachDirections ↗
The Trip.com listing is titled "Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay overnight trip" and Klook's page address mentions Lan Ha too, while the operator's own 2D1N stays in Ha Long. Read the itinerary in the listing, not the title. The difference between the two bays is explained in Lan Ha vs Ha Long.
A day aboard: the 2D1N timetable
Optional pickup in Hanoi07:30–08:15; transfer not included
Check-in at Tuan Chau Marina11:45–12:00
Luon cave by kayak or bamboo boat, then Ti Top islandHa Long Bay
Sunset tea, cooking demonstration, dinner, squid fishing
Sung Sot cave, then brunch
Disembark at Tuan Chau10:45–11:00
Back in the Hanoi Old Quarter15:30–16:00
Included: sightseeing fees, welcome drink, English-speaking guide, meals on the programme, two bottles of water per room, kayak or bamboo boat, cooking class, squid fishing and insurance. Not included: transfers (on request), spa, drinks and tips. The operator also notes that single-use plastic is banned in the bay.
Prices: Klook, GetYourGuide, Trip.com and direct
Arcady's own site shows the Boutique Cruise "from US$119" per person. On the platforms today:
Klook2D1N
2D1N Explore Halong by 5-Star Arcady Boutique Cruise
4.7 (169) · 2K+ booked
from $148Check dates
GetYourGuide2D1N
From Hanoi: 2D1N Ha Long Bay by Arcady Boutique Cruise
4.3 (12)
from $189Check dates
Trip.com2D1N
Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay Overnight trip on 5-Star Arcady Boutique Cruise-Optional Transfer
4.6 (5) · 37+ booked
from $272Check dates
Arcady Boutique Cruise on GetYourGuide →Arcady Boutique Cruise on Klook →Arcady Boutique Cruise on Trip.com →Prices checked on October 16, 2026
Klook is the place to book the overnight cruise: from $148, rated 4.7 by 169 guests. GetYourGuide sells the same 2D1N from $189 with few reviews, and Trip.com from $272 with optional transfer, so Klook is clearly cheaper today; check that cabin type and transfer match before comparing. The GetYourGuide day trip at $54 is the separate Arcady Premium day cruise in Ha Long, not the overnight ship.
Children under 5 sharing with two adults go free; ages 5–11 pay 75%; over 11 pay the adult fare. Two children mean a Family cabin.
What travelers should check
There are not enough independent reviews to summarize recurring themes reliably. Before you book, check three things: that the listing's itinerary shows the stops you want (Ha Long caves or Lan Ha), whether a transfer from Hanoi is included, and the cancellation rule of the specific rate.
How to book and cancel
Direct, cancellation follows the rate type printed on the voucher: no-shows pay 100%, and promotional or package rates are non-refundable. Card payments carry a 3.5% fee, and any rise in official entrance fees is passed on as a surcharge. On Klook, the terms are set per activity and shown before payment. In storm season the port authority, not the cruise line, decides whether boats sail. The booking guide compares direct and platform terms.
Alternatives that actually sail Lan Ha
If you want two days and one night inside Lan Ha, these board at Tuan Chau like Arcady but anchor on the Lan Ha side:
- Aspira, 22 cabins, Lot 38, sold on Klook under its own name
- La Pandora, from Slot 26, currently cheaper on Klook than on GetYourGuide
- Elite of the Seas, 35 cabins, strong GetYourGuide reviews
- Rosy, 22 suites with balcony and bathtub
GetYourGuide2D1N
2-Day Ha Long, Lan Ha Bay Luxury Cruise w/ Balcony & Bathtub
4.8 (1,193)
from $110Check dates
GetYourGuide2D1N
2 Days Ha Long Lan Ha Bay 5-Star Cruise w/Balcony & Bathtub
4.7 (1,231)
from $131Check dates
Klook2D1N
2D1N Halong & Lan Ha Bay Cruise Tour by Aspira Cruise
4.9 (824) · 6K+ booked
from $146Check dates
GetYourGuide2D1N
Hanoi: 2–3 Day Lan Ha & Halong Bay 6-Star Cruise w/Balcony
4.9 (526)
from $179Check dates
GetYourGuide2D1N
From Hanoi: Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay 2-Day Cruise with Meals
4.8 (454)
from $133Check dates
GetYourGuide2D1N
Hanoi: 2-Day Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay Cruise with Kayaking
4.6 (412)
from $129Check dates
Arcady Boutique Cruise on GetYourGuide →Arcady Boutique Cruise on Klook →Arcady Boutique Cruise on Trip.com →Prices checked on October 16, 2026
For a wider view, see Lan Ha Bay cruises, the 3-day cruise guide and our cruise operators overview.
Arcady Cruise FAQ
Does Arcady Cruise go to Lan Ha Bay?
Only on the 3-day, 2-night trip, which spends Day 2 on a day boat in Lan Ha with a swim at Ba Trai Dao beach. The 2-day, 1-night trip visits Luon cave, Ti Top island and Sung Sot cave in Ha Long Bay.
Where does Arcady Cruise depart from?
Tuan Chau Marina in Ha Long, with check-in at 11:45–12:00. An optional shuttle collects guests in Hanoi from 07:30.
How much is Arcady Cruise?
From $148 per person on Klook for the 2-day, 1-night trip. The operator's own site shows "from US$119". Card payments direct add 3.5%.
Is Arcady a 5-star cruise?
Platforms market it as 5-star, but the operator states no star class, and star ratings for Vietnamese cruise ships are voluntary and rarely official. Judge it by its 25–50 m² cabins and the route.
Does Arcady Cruise have a pool?
No pool is listed. The ship has a spa, a jacuzzi in some suites and a large sundeck.
